Bengaluru: All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) chairman TG Sitharam asked students to embrace Artificial Intelligence (AI) and other emerging technologies which pose concerns such as job threats. Sitharam was speaking at the third convocation of Bengaluru City University (BCU) on Saturday.
“AI and other emerging tech are indeed transforming various aspects of our lives.As machines and Al systems become more sophisticated, there’s uncertainty about job security in certain sectors. However, rather than fearing these changes, we should embrace them and adapt to new methods of sustainability and growth. With the advent of disruptive innovations, it is crucial to stay updated and proficient with advanced technologies. Hence, always keep your spirit of learning alive,” he said.
He introduced AICTE’s initiatives, including courses in AI, Internet of Things, blockchain, robotics, quantum computing, and data sciences. He urged graduates to embrace interdisciplinary education and innovation, citing the AICTE-Inter-Institutional Biomedical Innovations Programme (IBIP) as a significant step towards collaboration between engineering and medical fields.
He also introduced the AICTE Anuvadini tool, a translation tool designed to break down language barriers in technical education, and the AICTE Internship and Placement Portal, which provides a platform for students to explore internship opportunities and secure job placements. Looking to the future, Sitharam remarked, “The future belongs to those who’re willing to learn, unlearn, and relearn. In this era of disruption, your ability to think critically, to innovate, and to adapt will be your greatest assets.”
In all, 35,912 candidates — including PhD, PG and UG students — were awarded their degrees. Among them, 20,258 (56.4%) were women and 15,654 (43.6%) men. As many as 63 candidates received rank certificates, gold medals and cash prizes. MR Jayaram, chairman of Gokula Education Foundation, and GR Vishwanath, former Indian cricketer, were awarded honorary doctorates.
— Poojitha BV
“AI and other emerging tech are indeed transforming various aspects of our lives.As machines and Al systems become more sophisticated, there’s uncertainty about job security in certain sectors. However, rather than fearing these changes, we should embrace them and adapt to new methods of sustainability and growth. With the advent of disruptive innovations, it is crucial to stay updated and proficient with advanced technologies. Hence, always keep your spirit of learning alive,” he said.
He introduced AICTE’s initiatives, including courses in AI, Internet of Things, blockchain, robotics, quantum computing, and data sciences. He urged graduates to embrace interdisciplinary education and innovation, citing the AICTE-Inter-Institutional Biomedical Innovations Programme (IBIP) as a significant step towards collaboration between engineering and medical fields.
He also introduced the AICTE Anuvadini tool, a translation tool designed to break down language barriers in technical education, and the AICTE Internship and Placement Portal, which provides a platform for students to explore internship opportunities and secure job placements. Looking to the future, Sitharam remarked, “The future belongs to those who’re willing to learn, unlearn, and relearn. In this era of disruption, your ability to think critically, to innovate, and to adapt will be your greatest assets.”
In all, 35,912 candidates — including PhD, PG and UG students — were awarded their degrees. Among them, 20,258 (56.4%) were women and 15,654 (43.6%) men. As many as 63 candidates received rank certificates, gold medals and cash prizes. MR Jayaram, chairman of Gokula Education Foundation, and GR Vishwanath, former Indian cricketer, were awarded honorary doctorates.
— Poojitha BV
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